First Congregational Church of Braintree
United Church of Christ
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In the event of winter weather that causes dangerous road conditions, a decision will be made by 7:30 a.m. on the morning of the worship service regarding cancellation.
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STORM CANCELLATION POLICY
As always, please make your own decision about safety and driving on the roads.
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(781) 843-3616
office@firstchurchbraintree.com
12 Elm Street, Braintree, MA 02184
Office Hours Mon-Fri 9-1
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Sunday, February 15, 2026
Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany
Worship @ 9:30 am
Holy Hilarity Sunday
Rev. Karen E. Gale preaching
"High Hopes: Holy Hilarity Sunday"
Holy Hilarity is an old medieval tradition where priests would tell jokes in worship and celebrate joy at the "joke" Jesus pulled on the Devil with the resurrection. The service was held on Easter evening or on the last Sunday before Lent like Mardi Gras or Carnival. Lent is a serious, contemplative season of repentance so, before we get there, let's laugh and lift up all the joyous things in life. Pastor Karen will tell a joke sermon, there will be a humorous anthem, and anyone is welcome to dress in costume or festive clothes.
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First Congregational Church of Braintree is a member of the United Church of Christ. Drawn together by the Holy Spirit, UCC members are a distinct and diverse community of Christians that come together as one church, joining faith and action.
